Ujjain, June 15 -- Thousands of devotees thronged the revered Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga Temple in Ujjain on Monday to offer prayers and witness the divine Bhasma Aarti on the occasion of Somvati Amavasya, which coincided with the sacred Purushottam (Adhik) Maas.

A wave of devotion was witnessed at the temple premises from the early hours of the morning as devotees gathered in large numbers to seek the blessings of Lord Mahakaleshwar. The temple saw a steady influx of pilgrims carrying baskets of flowers and offerings, eager to participate in the rituals and have darshan of the Jyotirlinga.

According to religious beliefs, the Purushottam Maas holds special significance in Hindu tradition. Devotees believe that offering prayers and seekin...